LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter Tom Oliver upon the occa-
sion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedi-
cated service to the Snyder Fire Department

WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the
Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer
firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to
spare us from the ravages of fire; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commend Firefighter Tom
Oliver upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition
after 50 years of dedicated service to the Snyder Fire Department; and
WHEREAS, Tom Oliver joined the Snyder Fire Department in April 1964,
continuing a proud family tradition of firefighting; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed man's hard work and commitment allowed him to
reach the high rank of Snyder Fire Department president; he currently
serves as treasurer of the fire district; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Tom Oliver consistently displayed
outstanding bravery and dedication to his community; and
WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide
the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activ-
ities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others
and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family
and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; Tom
Oliver is such a firefighter; throughout his 50 years of devoted
service, this volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call
of duty, those responsibilities which define the task of fire
protection; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Firefighter Tom Oliver for 50 years of distinguished service;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Tom Oliver.